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Lotus Esprit

General information

ModelLotus Esprit
Year1989
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating56.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2172 ccm (132.54 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement2172 ccm (132.54 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power174.00 PS (128 kW or 172 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque221.00 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1481 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4530 litres (1,197 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Dimensions and weight

Weight1175 kg (2,590.4 pounds)
Overall length4350 mm (171.3 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1160 mm (45.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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